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Airports · HeathrowHeathrow third runway opposed by London mayor over £9bn transport costs
The London mayor and Transport for London have formally opposed Heathrow’s third runway plans, citing £9bn in unfunded transport upgrades, 60,000 additional daily car trips, and reduced noise respite for residents. The government will decide on next steps later in 2026.
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AtkinsRéalis secures six TfL contracts for London transport upgrades
AtkinsRéalis has been appointed to six of seven lots on Transport for London’s new Professional Services Framework (PSF3). The contract allows TfL to procure external support for major transport projects, including tube upgrades and road renewals, over three years with an optional extension.
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Airports · HeathrowHeathrow expansion rail links at risk without funding clarity, Transport Committee told
The Transport Committee has published written evidence on Heathrow’s £49bn expansion, revealing concerns that the government’s policy statement fails to guarantee rail infrastructure. TfL and Heathrow Airport Ltd say unclear funding for projects like the Western Rail Link risks undermining surface access and environmental targets.
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Tube & Rail · LondonNight Tube marks decade with 67 million journeys but no expansion plans
London’s Night Tube has carried 67 million passengers since its 2016 launch, with 81,000 journeys each Friday and Saturday. TfL says no expansion is planned, citing funding and maintenance constraints, despite calls for Thursday services to match changing nightlife patterns.
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Strikes & Disruption · LondonMill Hill East Tube station closed after police incident
Mill Hill East Underground station was closed on 14 October 2024 after police were called to reports of a person with a knife. All Southeastern trains are passing through without stopping. No injuries have been confirmed, and the station will remain shut until officers complete their search.
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Projects · West LondonOld Oak Common station completes HS2 platforms as surface work lags
Balfour Beatty VINCI SYSTRA has completed the six underground HS2 platforms at Old Oak Common station in West London. The surface station, intended for GWR and Elizabeth line services, currently has six of eight platforms built, with the remaining two dependent on a future mainline railway closure.
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Tube & Rail · LondonFour Tube lines hit by delays across north and central London
Transport for London confirmed delays on four Underground lines on 17 August 2026, disrupting journeys in Barnet, Brent, Camden and Westminster. Northern Line trains were suspended between Edgware and Golders Green for 45 minutes, while signal failures caused knock-on delays elsewhere.
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Airports · HeathrowHeathrow terminals 2 and 3 cut off by road after pipe leak floods site
A burst pipe flooded Heathrow’s central terminal area on 15 August 2026, blocking road access to terminals 2 and 3. The airport advised passengers to use public transport while repairs were carried out. More than 267,000 people travelled through the airport on 19 July, its busiest day of the year.
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Strikes & Disruption · North London1,500 Arriva bus drivers strike over 40°C cab heat in North London
More than 1,500 Arriva North London bus drivers began strike action on 14 August 2026, protesting cab temperatures exceeding 40°C. The union Unite says cooling systems reduce heat by only 2-3°C, risking driver health. Strikes continue until October, coinciding with Piccadilly line closures.
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Tube & Rail · LondonFacial recognition cameras to trial at London Underground stations for four months
British Transport Police will begin a four-month trial of live facial recognition cameras at selected London Underground stations. The technology will compare passengers' faces against a watchlist of individuals wanted for offences including sexual assault and knife crime. Images of non-matches will be deleted immediately.
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Tube & Rail · LondonNight Tube photographer’s 1990s zine released after 30-year delay
A photographer who documented London Underground passengers between 1992 and 1995 has released a zine of his work, showing late-night crowds before the Night Tube began in 2016. Mark McEvoy’s images, taken on Fridays and Saturdays around 11 pm, depict punks, partiers and commuters in the final years of the last train rush.
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Tube & Rail · LondonJubilee line suspended between Willesden Green and Stanmore after fire alert
A fire alert at Wembley Park station on 12 August 2026 has suspended Jubilee line services between Willesden Green and Stanmore. TfL is accepting bus tickets for affected passengers. Delays also reported on Bakerloo, Elizabeth, Central and Mildmay lines.
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Projects · LondonLondon transport deputy mayor to outline climate plans at Manchester conference
London’s deputy mayor for transport, Seb Dance, will address climate resilience at the Institution of Civil Engineers’ conference in Manchester. His speech will cover infrastructure changes needed for rising temperatures and their impact on residents and workers across the capital.
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Strikes & Disruption · North LondonArriva bus strikes to halt 40 North London routes from 14 August
Arriva London North drivers will strike on 18 days between August and October, stopping more than 40 bus routes. Transport for London expects little or no service on affected routes and advises passengers to use Tube, Overground or rail instead.
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Projects · North LondonHS2 plaque marks Brunel legacy 40 metres beneath Kensal Green
A plaque has been installed inside HS2’s Euston Tunnel, 40 metres below London, commemorating the Brunel family’s engineering legacy. The site lies beneath Kensal Green Cemetery, where the inventors of the tunnelling shield are buried. The tunnel is due to complete next year.
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Tube & Rail · LondonTfL shoots 655 pigeons at London stations in two years
Transport for London culled 655 pigeons between March 2024 and March 2026, using air rifles as a last resort. TfL says the birds pose health and safety risks, but campaigners argue non-lethal methods work better and should replace shooting.
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Buses & Trams · LondonLondon Assembly demands bus driver rights as heat complaints hit record
The London Assembly has called for a 'Bill of Rights' for bus drivers after a record number of complaints about overheated buses last year. Drivers say they face fatigue, poor toilet access and extreme temperatures, while TfL insists existing laws and contracts protect them.
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Airports · HeathrowHeathrow runway 27L closed after grass fire destroys one hectare
A fire near Heathrow Airport’s runway 27L destroyed one hectare of grass on 6 August 2026, forcing a 13-hour closure. Flights were diverted to runway 27R, with British Airways flight BA179 the first to resume service after reopening.
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Buses & Trams · LondonTfL to install fatigue sensors in buses after drivers report 13-day stretches
Transport for London will install fatigue-detection cameras in buses by next year, following reports of drivers working up to 13 consecutive days with limited breaks. A Unite survey revealed 48% of drivers had a fatigue-related close call in the past year, prompting calls for schedule reforms.
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Cycling & Walking · LondonE-scooter riders face higher brain injury risk than cyclists, study finds
A national trauma study reveals e-scooter riders are 3.5 times more likely to suffer traumatic brain injuries than motorcyclists. Only 5.9% of riders wore helmets, and over 10% of injured riders were children. The findings raise safety concerns as trials continue in 11 London boroughs.
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